1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1980 Renault 14
To start off, 1980 Renault 14 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 14 (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 14 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1961 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Renault 14 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1980 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Ami | 14 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
